College Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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History |
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HIST - 282 Antebellum Slavery, the Civil War and Reconstruction Credits: 3
Prerequisites No prerequisites
The course is especially designed to suit the needs of educators teaching in grades K–12, and is comprised of lectures, discussions, tours of the grounds and exhibits of Pamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier, as well as a field trip exploring Civil War Richmond. Topics include: North vs. South–Cultural Stereotypes, North vs. South – social, economic and political differences, slavery in antebellum Southern society, the antebellum debate about slavery, an overview of the American Civil War, Civil War soldier life, women in Civil War Richmond, teaching the Civil War with music, Civil War technology, and Reconstruction. In addition, the course will provide related student activities for use in the classroom as well as an opportunity to exchange ideas with fellow educators about teaching these important topics.
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HIST - 296 History Internship Credits: 1 to 3
Prerequisites Six credit hours of history, three of which may be concurrent enrollment, and permission of the instructor.
The internship is an introductory course into the museum environment and will emphasize the importance of learned and applied history in a historical-related museum. The purpose of the internship is to provide students with the opportunity for pre-professional experience. Students will sign a course contract that states the exact requirements to receive full credit.
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HIST - 299 Special Topics in History Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites Consent of the instructor.
In-depth study of a selected topic in History.
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Logistics |
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LOG - 101 Introduction to Logistics Management Credits: 3
An introduction to the field of logistics management, including a review of the entire field and its application to the business world. Included are: procurement, supply chain management, demand management, packaging and materials handling, transportation, warehousing and inventory management, international logistics, and logistics analysis.
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LOG - 120 Transportation and Distribution Credits: 3
Prerequisites LOG 101 .
An introduction to the field of transportation and distribution management including: the special characteristics of the five different modes of transportation, optimization of transportation choices, transportation technology, and globalization transportation. A focus is placed on the development of distribution algorithms.
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LOG - 130 Inventory and Warehousing Credits: 3
Prerequisites LOG 101 .
This course focuses on the role of materials management in modern organizations, the methods of forecasting demand, the assessment of economic lot sizes and the procedures for optimizing ordering systems and inventory levels; as well as the storage of inventory, warehouse operations, order picking and delivery, and inventory movements.
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LOG - 140 Logistics IT Applications Credits: 3
Prerequisites CSCI 203 or equivalent and LOG 101 .
This course applies three IT programming techniques and software platforms to logistics and project management scenarios: linear programming optimization via the LINDO software platform, project management via the Microsoft Project software platform and integrated business logistics and project management activities via the SAP software platform.
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LOG - 201 Logistics Portfolio Credits: 4
Prerequisites LOG 120 , LOG 130 , & LOG 140 .
This course uses the case-study method to integrate the various subcomponents of effective logistics management: transportation, distribution, inventory management, warehouse management, quality management, project management, procurement, export/import documentation, export/import finance. The course culminates in a formal report and executive presentation.
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Mathematics |
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MATH - 110 Contemporary Mathematics Credits: 3
This course is designed primarily for non-STEM students and will transfer as fulfilling the mathematics requirement at many four-year institutions, but not at others. It is intended to give the student an appreciation of the wide applicability of mathematics to many fields of study. Topics include quantitative reasoning and numeracy, mathematical models, statistical reasoning, patterns in nature, voting schemes, and fair division schemes with emphasis on applications.
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MATH - 121 Pre-Calculus I Credits: 3
Recommended for STEM students with 2 or 3 units of high school mathematics who have received the appropriate score on the placement test, or students who have completed MATH 100 with a grade of C or higher. Topics include basic concepts of algebra, equations, inequalities, problem solving, and basic polynomial, rational, and exponential functions, with emphasis on graphing techniques, algebraic and numeric properties and applications.
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MATH - 151 Pre-Calculus II Credits: 4
Prerequisites MATH 121 (grade of C or higher) or appropriate score on the placement test.
This course is designed for STEM students who are planning to take the calculus sequence, MATH 251-252. Topics include trigonometric functions, analytic trigonometry, applications of trigonometry and an introduction to limits.
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MATH - 200 Calculus for Business and Social Science Credits: 3
Prerequisites Completion of MATH 121 (grade of C or higher) or appropriate score on placement test.
MATH 200 is not appropriate for majors in mathematics, computer science, engineering, physics, or chemistry. This course emphasizes the applications of calculus in social, behavioral, or life sciences and business or management. Topics include: limits and continuity of functions, the derivative and applications, exponential and logarithmic functions, and the definite integral and applications. (Credit will not be given for both MATH 251 and MATH 200).
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MATH - 217 Introductory Statistics Credits: 3
Prerequisites MATH 110 (grade of C or higher) or MATH 121 (grade of C or higher) or MATH 151 (grade of C or higher) or MATH 251 (grade of C or higher) or appropriate score on placement test.
A general introduction to random variables, descriptive statistics, sampling theory, estimation theory, tests of hypotheses, regression and correlation.
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MATH - 224 Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 3
Prerequisites Completion of MATH 151 or placement and/or enrollment in MATH 251 .
Topics include systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and applications.
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MATH - 251 Calculus I Credits: 4
Prerequisites Two years of high school algebra, plane geometry, trigonometry and appropriate score on the placement test, or completion of MATH 151 (grade of C or higher). Placement directly into MATH 252 for a score of 3 or higher on the AP Calculus AB examination.
Topics include analytic geometry, limits and continuity of functions, derivatives and applications, anti-derivatives, applications of integration, transcendental functions, techniques of integration, elementary differential equations, improper integrals, sequences and series, power series, Taylor series, parametric equations, and polar coordinates. (Credit will not be given for both MATH 251 and MATH 200 .)
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MATH - 252 Calculus II Credits: 4
Prerequisites Two years of high school algebra, plane geometry, trigonometry and appropriate score on the placement test, or completion of MATH 151 (grade of C or higher). Placement directly into MATH 252 for a score of 3 or higher on the AP Calculus AB examination.
Topics include analytic geometry, limits and continuity of functions, derivatives and applications, anti-derivatives, applications of integration, transcendental functions, techniques of integration, elementary differential equations, improper integrals, sequences and series, power series, Taylor series, parametric equations, and polar coordinates. (Credit will not be given for both MATH 251 and MATH 200 .)
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MATH - 261 Multivariable Calculus Credits: 3
Prerequisites Completion of MATH 252 (grade of C or higher).
Topics include: solutions of first order ordinary differential equations, higher order linear differential equations using the methods of undetermined coefficients and variation of parameters, Laplace transforms, and applications of differential equations.
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MATH - 271 Differential Equations Credits: 3
Prerequisites Completion of MATH 252 (grade of C or higher).
Topics include: solutions of first order ordinary differential equations, higher order linear differential equations using the methods of undetermined coefficients and variation of parameters, Laplace transforms, and applications of differential equations.
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MATH - 299 Special Topics in Mathematics Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites Consent of the instructor.
In-depth study of selected topics in mathematics. May be repeated with different topics.
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Military Science |
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MSCI - 101 Army Customs and Traditions Credits: 2
This course introduces Cadets to the Army and the Profession of Arms. Students will examine the Army Profession and what it means to be a professional in the U.S. Army. The overall focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of the Army Leadership Requirements Model while gaining a big picture understanding of the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. Cadets also learn how resiliency and fitness supports their development as an Army leader.
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MSCI - 102 Foundations of Agile and Adaptive Leadership Credits: 2
This course introduces Cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, time management, goal setting, and communication. Cadets learn the basics of the communications process and the importance for leader’s to develop the essential skills to effectively communicate in the Army. Cadets will begin learning the basics of squad level tactics that will be reinforced during a weekly lab facilitated by MSL III Cadets and supervised by Cadre.
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MSCI - 201 Basic Officers Skills I Credits: 2
This course adds depth to the Cadets understanding of the Adaptability Army Learning Area. The outcomes are demonstrated through Critical and Creative Thinking and the ability to apply Troop Leading Procedures (TLP) to apply Innovative Solutions to Problems. The Army Profession is also stressed through leadership forums and a leadership self-assessment. Students are then required to apply their knowledge outside the classroom in a hands-on performance-oriented environment during Leadership LABs team building exercises, and Field Training Exercises.
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MSCI - 202 Army Doctrine and Team Development Credits: 2
This course focuses on Army doctrine and team development. The course begins the journey to understand and demonstrate competencies as they relate to Army doctrine. Army Values, Teamwork, and Warrior Ethos and their relationship to the Law of Land Warfare and philosophy of military service are also stressed. The ability to lead and follow is also covered through Team Building exercises at squad level. Students are then required to apply their knowledge outside the classroom in a hands-on performance-oriented environment during a weekly lab facilitated by MSL III Cadets and supervised by cadre.
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Music |
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MUS - 103 Music Appreciation Credits: 3
Important in the general education of the college student who is nonmusic major, the course provides the foundation for a lifetime of broadening experiences in the enjoyment of music. The course presents the element, structure, and history of music with major emphasis on developing listening skills and acquiring a basic repertoire of varied examples of music literature.
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MUS - 123 Intro to Rock n’ Roll Credits: 3
Learn how rock unfolded in the United States from its origins through its expansion into punk, heavy metal, and more. Introduction to Rock ‘n’ Roll promotes active listening and application of the topics, musical elements, and social movements of past music in an effort to connect the history of rock ‘n’ roll to the music of today.
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MUS - 132 Chorus I Credits: 1
Prerequisites Vocal interview and permission of instructor.
Chorus I. Rehearsal two hours plus performances. No more than three credits may be applied to an associate’s degree. Ensemble consists of performance from the standard repertoires, including study of ensemble techniques and interpretation. Chorus members will be taught breathing and vocal technique, choral blend, diction, interpretation, and musicality. Some repertoire will be sung in foreign languages.
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MUS - 133 Chorus II Credits: 1
Prerequisites Vocal interview and permission of instructor.
Chorus II. Rehearsal two hours plus performances. No more than three credits may be applied to an associate’s degree. Ensemble consists of performance from the standard repertoires, including study of ensemble techniques and interpretation. Chorus members will be taught breathing and vocal technique, choral blend, diction, interpretation, and musicality. Some repertoire will be sung in foreign languages.
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MUS - 299 Special Topics in Music Credits: 1 to 3
Prerequisites Consent of the instructor.
In-depth study of a selected topic in music.
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Philosophy |
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PHIL - 101 Introduction to Philosophy Credits: 3
Corequisites ENGL 101
This course is intended to serve as an introduction to Philosophy as an academic field of study, an art of personal reflection, and a tool for dialogue. In this light, it examines a few perennial philosophical questionsand the major arguments and positions which fall under these, questions such as: Who am I? What is a person? Are we really free? Is there life after death? What sort of meaning is possible in life? Films and literature may be utilized to reveal how the art of philosophical reflection extends beyond canonical philosophical texts. Emphasis will be placed on well reasoned justification and evaluation.
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PHIL - 121 Critical Thinking Credits: 3
Corequisites ENGL 101
This course is intended to introduce students to the art of critical thinking, the careful and deliberate determination about whether to accept, reject, or suspend judgment about a claim. As with the acquiring of any skill, practice is essential. Hence, exercises both inside and outside of class will be required. The course will include examinations of: the concepts of ‘argument’ and ‘evidence’, common fallacies in reasoning, techniques of Categorical and Proposition logic to assess deductive validity, and techniques for assessing inductive strength. Attention will be given to the application of critical thinking skills to the evaluation of claims found outside academia, including issues centering around the “paranormal” (e.g., ESP, reincarnation, UFO’s, channeling).
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PHIL - 201 Ancient and Medieval Philosophy Credits: 3
Prerequisites ENGL 101
Humans have always sought answers to fundamental questions about the nature of reality and value. However, it is the subjugation of these “answers” to critical standards of justification and evaluation which is the hallmark of Philosophy. This course will highlight the birth of this methodology in the Ancient civilizations of India, China, Greece, and Rome, and follow its development in the Medieval period in Europe and Asia. Emphasis will be placed on careful interpretation and evaluation of canonical texts.
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PHIL - 202 Modern Philosophy Credits: 3
Prerequisites ENGL 101
Philosophy is associated with fundamental questions: metaphysical questions concerning the nature and origin of the universe and the individual; epistemological questions concerning the nature of truth and the nature and possibility of knowledge; and ethical questions concerning the nature of moral judgments. However, more fundamentally, Philosophy is a method of inquiry - a critical method where speculation and dogmatic acceptance is replaced by a concern for evidence and rational justification. While this method was not invented in the Modern period (17th-20th centuries), it was resurrected and extended in this period. This course will highlight the rebirth of this method within the Modern philosophical tradition of Europe and America, as well as noting comparisons between this tradition and contemporary Asian philosophical views. Emphasis will be placed on careful interpretation and evaluation of canonical texts.
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PHIL - 203 Introduction to Ethics Credits: 3
Corequisites ENGL 101
This course is intended to acquaint students with the practical relevance of ethics within everyday life and to aid them in cultivating the skills inherent in ethical reasoning. Emphasis will be placed on the usefulness of major ethical theories in facilitating personal reflection and interpersonal dialogue, via detailed examinations of opposing ethical arguments over several contemporary moral issues, such as: war & terrorism, punishment & the death penalty, world poverty & hunger, abortion & cloning, animal rights & environmentalism. Attention will be given to the application of ethics to the evaluation of moral claims found outside academia, including newspaper editorials.
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PHIL - 270 Introduction to Asian Religious Thought Credits: 3
Prerequisites ENGL 101 ; recommended PHIL 101 or REL 201 .
This course is intended to serve as an introduction to some of the methods, issues & theories associated within major Asian philosophical religious systems, focusing on Vedantic Hinduism, Early Buddhism, Philosophical Taoism, & Zen Buddhism. Perennial issues which will be addressed include: the Nature of Sacred, the relationship between the Sacred and the self, life and death, happiness and meaning, and morality. In addition to the content of the course, students should find the analytic “tools” utilized in the course helpful in all courses of study requiring critical thinking as well as in assessing the plethora of arguments and pseudo-reasoning which pervade everyday life. Films and literature will be utilized to reveal how the themes of the course extend beyond canonical religious texts. Personal reflection and group discussion exercises will also be required. This course will only satisfy one discipline to complete the Associate Degree requirement.
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PHIL - 299 Special Topics in Philosophy Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites Consent of the instructor.
In-depth study of a selected topic in Philosophy.
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Physical Education |
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PE - 120 Fitness and Wellness/Cross Training Credits: 2
This course is designed to establish a clear understanding of basic concepts of wellness, and to adopt and maintain a program of prescribed physical exercise.
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PE - 190 Activities Credits: 1
A total of 2 credit hours may be used as electives towards graduation. A specific course may not be repeated for additional credit. These courses are all activity courses and only some of them will be offered during any semester. Examples of potential courses include team sports: basketball, volleyball, flag football, soccer; individual sports: tennis, golf and bowling; physical fitness: jogging, weightlifting, aerobics, jazz dancing; outdoors: hiking, canoeing, bicycling, scuba, horseback riding.
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Physics |
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PHYS - 101 College Physics Credits: 4
Prerequisites Completion of MATH 121 with a grade of B or higher or placement into a Level 4 or 5 Math Course.
College Physics is an introductory physics course (using algebra and trigonometry, but not calculus) commonly taken by general students and those planning to major in various life science areas. This is not intended for those students who are planning to major in engineering or the physical sciences. Topics covered in PHYS 101 include kinematics, Newton’s laws, energy and momentum conservation, and rotational motion. Topics covered in PHYS 102 include, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism. Special emphasis is placed on developing problem solving skills using multiple representations. Extensive use is made of microcomputer-based laboratories. Students who take PHYS 101-PHYS 102 cannot receive credit for PHYS 201 -PHYS 202 .
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PHYS - 102 College Physics Credits: 4
Prerequisites Completion of MATH 121 with a grade of B or higher or placement into a Level 4 or 5 Math Course.
College Physics is an introductory physics course (using algebra and trigonometry, but not calculus) commonly taken by general students and those planning to major in various life science areas. This is not intended for those students who are planning to major in engineering or the physical sciences. Topics covered in PHYS 101 include kinematics, Newton’s laws, energy and momentum conservation, and rotational motion. Topics covered in PHYS 102 include, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism. Special emphasis is placed on developing problem solving skills using multiple representations. Extensive use is made of microcomputer-based laboratories. Students who take PHYS 101 -102 cannot receive credit for PHYS 201 -PHYS 202 .
Notes PHYS 101 must be completed prior to enrolling in PHYS 102. |
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PHYS - 201 University Physics Credits: 4
Prerequisites/Corequisites MATH 251 . (It is recommended that MATH 251 be completed prior to this course, if possible.)
University Physics is a vector calculus-based introductory physics course for engineering and physical science majors. Topics covered in PHYS 201 include kinematics, Newton’s laws, energy and momentum conservation, and rotational motion. Topics covered in PHYS 202 include thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism. Special emphasis is placed on developing problem solving skills using multiple representations. Extensive use is made of microcomputer-based laboratories. Students taking PHYS 201-PHYS 202 cannot receive credit for PHYS 101 -PHYS 102 .
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PHYS - 202 University Physics Credits: 4
Prerequisites/Corequisites MATH 251 . (It is recommended that MATH 251 be completed prior to this course, if possible.)
University Physics is a vector calculus-based introductory physics course for engineering and physical science majors. Topics covered in PHYS 201 include kinematics, Newton’s laws, energy and momentum conservation, and rotational motion. Topics covered in PHYS 202 include thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism. Special emphasis is placed on developing problem solving skills using multiple representations. Extensive use is made of microcomputer-based laboratories. Students taking PHYS 201 -202 cannot receive credit for PHYS 101 -PHYS 102 .
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PHYS - 299 Special Topics in Physics Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites Consent of the Instructor.
Indepth study of a selected topic in Physics.
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Project Management |
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PM - 101 Introduction to Project Management Credits: 3
This introductory Project Management course provides conceptual and practical material necessary for project management. It focuses on the development of leadership skills in the management of project teams. Students examine project selection, organization, and planning process; communications and negotiations; and the set up and completion of projects using IT systems. The course also covers project uncertainty and risk assessment and how to modify projects based on time and resource constraints.
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PM - 125 Team Building and Leadership Credits: 3
Prerequisites PM 101 .
This course focuses on the leadership skills to build and sustain high performing project teams, to build a strong team identity through vision, purpose and commitment, and to foster positive and productive team communication. It will include theoretical background on group dynamics, small group behavior and motivation, the limitations of power, types of groups, verbal and nonverbal communication skills and team-building.
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PM - 135 Project Risk Management Credits: 3
Prerequisites PM 101 .
This course provides an in-depth analysis of identifying, analyzing, evaluating, and controlling project costs and risks, while making decisions to effect project completion. State-of-the-art tools and techniques for identifying, measuring, and monitoring costs and risks in the project management environment are examined. Cost estimating, cost budgeting, activity based costing, and cost control techniques are emphasized. Decision analysis and decision tree techniques are studied to include expected value, minimax, and maximin criteria. Also covered will be areas of flawed decisionmaking, including such topics as groupthink, the domain of losses, the domain of gains, the Abilene paradox, the Milgram experiments, the Asch effect, and the like. The course is on how a comprehensive risk management approach can enable a project team to make the correct decisions to proactively manage issues and costs that adversely impact the successful control and completion of a project.
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PM - 201 Project Management Portfolio Credits: 4
Prerequisites PM 101 , PM 125 , and LOG 140 .
This course uses the case-study method to integrate the various subcomponents of effective logistics management. It will use real data from participating Richard Bland College project management alliance companies. This course will cover specific activities that integrate project management principles with project event management, taking project events from pre-award to closure. Students will investigate and evaluate different methods for measuring project performance, including Program Evaluation and Review Techniques (PERT) to ascertain probabilistic project completion times and Critical Path Method (CPM) approaches that investigate cost management and project acceleration techniques. The course will also cover team member selection and evaluation, project reporting processes, project event conflict and risk management, and coordinating project events across the enterprise and along the supply chain. This course exposes students to approaches, methods, and systems to ensure management success under demanding cost, schedule, and performance requirements. The course culminates in a formal report and executive presentation to the instructor and to the Richard Bland College project management alliance company.
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Psychology |
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PSY - 201 General Psychology Credits: 3
Basic principles of psychology as a behavioral social science. The course includes the study of psychology in everyday life, as a basic and applied science, the theoretical approaches, and as a profession. Topics covered in the first semester (201) are learning and thinking processes, workings of the mind and body, awareness of the world, motivation, emotion, states of consciousness and human development. The second semester (202) includes such topics as human relations, theories of personality, positive adjustment to contemporary society, disorders, therapy and change, psychological testing and applications of psychology. Students taking 201- 202 cannot get credit for Psychology 210.
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PSY - 202 General Psychology Credits: 3
Basic principles of psychology as a behavioral social science. The course includes the study of psychology in everyday life, as a basic and applied science, the theoretical approaches, and as a profession. Topics covered in the first semester (201) are learning and thinking processes, workings of the mind and body, awareness of the world, motivation, emotion, states of consciousness and human development. The second semester (202) includes such topics as human relations, theories of personality, positive adjustment to contemporary society, disorders, therapy and change, psychological testing and applications of psychology. Students taking 201- 202 cannot get credit for Psychology 210.
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PSY - 217 Research Methods in the Behavioral Sciences Credits: 3
Prerequisites MATH 217 .
This course provides an introduction to research methods in the behavioral sciences. Course content includes a description of the various types of research used in the behavioral sciences, threats to the reliability and validity of research, consideration of ethical issues in behavioral science research, strengths and weaknesses of sampling techniques, and a review of the levels of measurement of data analytical techniques. This course also introduces students to the selection and computation of proper statistical tests and interpretation of results.
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PSY - 240 Introduction to Counseling Credits: 3
Prerequisites PSY 201 & PSY 202 .
Students will be introduced to the theoretical approaches and basic techniques used in the counseling setting.
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PSY - 250 Developmental Psychology Credits: 3
Prerequisites It is recommended that the student complete Survey of Psychology 210 or PSY 201 -PSY 202 prior to enrolling in this course.
The study of the biological, intellectual, emotional, personality, and social factors affecting the psychological development of the individual from conception throughout the life span. This course may be used to fulfill teacher certification requirements.
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PSY - 260 Psychology of Personality Theories Credits: 3
Prerequisites PSY 201 -PSY 202 or permission of the instructor.
The systematic study of various approaches to understanding human behavior in terms of personality theories. Personality theories of Freud, Jung, From, Erickson, Allport, Skinner, Maslow, Rogers, May and others will be examined in detail.
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PSY - 291 Psychology of Adjustment Credits: 3
The study of the normal and pathological factors in psychological development as they relate to the effective and fully functioning individual. A positive approach to maintaining good mental health will be emphasized by discussion and personal application.
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PSY - 292 Stress Management Credits: 3
Prerequisites PSY 201 -PSY 202 or Survey of Psychology 210 or permission of the instructor.
An introduction to the theory and practice of stress-management. Research and application of the physical and psychological aspects of stress reaction and its management. Emphasis on relaxation techniques and cognitive restructuring methods of managing stress.
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PSY - 295 Human Sexuality Credits: 3
Prerequisites PSY 201 -PSY 202 , Survey of Psychology 210 or permission of the instructor.
The systematic study of biological, psychological and sociological aspects of human sexual behavior and health throughout the life span. Films and discussions will consist of explicit sexual behaviors. Students must be 18 years of age or older to enroll in this course.
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PSY - 299 Special Topics in Psychology Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites Consent of the instructor.
In- depth study of a selected topic in Psychology.
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Religion |
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REL - 201 Introduction to Religion Credits: 3
Corequisites ENGL 101 .
Religion is and has been fundamental to human existence, providing: solace, guidance, communion, and hope. This course will examine: the conceptual boundaries of ‘religion’, the relation between religious intuition and rationality, different conceptions of the ‘the Sacred’, psychological and sociological theories concerning religious belief! faith, secularist and functionalist approaches to the study of religion, phenomenological theories of religious experience and ritual, and the role which religious attitudes and perceptions play in grounding moral convictions and providing human life with a sense of meaning. Students will be encouraged to reflect on their own religious beliefs and experiences, and various art mediums (music, poetry, short-stories, film, etc.) will be utilized to examine these religious themes.
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REL - 209 Comparative Religion Credits: 3
An historical investigation of the world’s major religions (Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Christianity). Attention will be given to the origins, history, mythology, and culture of various belief systems.
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REL - 210 Social History of Christianity Credits: 3
An investigation of the development of Christianity from the first century to the present. The inquiry will focus on pivotal theological controversies and sociocultural issues that have shaped Christian history. Particular consideration will be given to such topics as the differences between the Western and Eastern traditions, monasticism, the Reformation and Counter-Reformation, and the Enlightenment. Students will visit four churches to experience the differences in art, architecture, and worship that result from different historical paths. This course will examine the relationship between theological problems and the historical-cultural conditions from which they emerge.
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REL - 219 History and Religion of Israel Credits: 3
The course traces the history of the people of Israel by exploring the Hebrew Bible and other ancient texts. These texts reveal a sacred history that wraps together their history and faith into an intricately woven story of a people’s struggle to understand themselves and their God. Throughout the course students will examine the texts historically and theologically in order to better understand the triumphs and struggles of the people of Israel and the impact religion had on their selfunderstanding.
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REL - 220 New Testament World Credits: 3
The course examines the writings of the New Testament from a historical critical approach through the use of the New Testament and other historical evidence. Through this method students will learn about the impact of Hellenization in the Roman world of the first century, and the struggles of the beginnings of the Christian faith searching for meaning and its own identity apart from its Jewish roots.
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REL - 254 Religion in Contemporary America Credits: 3
Prerequisites ENGL 099 ; recommended ENGL 101 .
At the beginning of the 21st century, the expressions of religious belief and the roles which religious belief play in the lives of Americans are more varied than ever. This course will examine the current state of organized religion in the United States, via an analysis of religious traditions/ denominations which are growing and traditions/ denominations which are in decline, as well as various psychological, sociological, and phenomenological theories which attempt to ascertain why religion remains so influential in the lives of so many Americans. Students will be encouraged to compare and contrast the various religious views and practices that we will encounter with their own.
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REL - 270 Introduction to Asian Religious Thought Credits: 3
Prerequisites ENGL 101 ; recommended PHIL 101 or REL 201 .
This course is intended to serve as an introduction to some of the methods, issues, & theories associated within major Asian philosophical religious systems, focusing on Vedantic Hinduism, Early Buddhism, Philosophical Taoism, & Zen Buddhism. Perennial issues which will be addressed include: the Nature of the Sacred, the relationship between the Sacred and: the self, life and death, happiness and meaning, and morality. In addition to the content of the course, students should find the analytic “tools” utilized in the course helpful in all courses of study requiring critical thinking as well as in assessing the plethora of arguments and pseudo-reasoning which pervade everyday life. Films and literature will be utilized to reveal how the themes of the course extend beyond canonical religious texts. Personal reflection and group discussion exercises will also be required.
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REL - 299 Special Topics in Religion Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites Consent of the instructor.
In-depth study of a selected topic in Religion.
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Science |
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SCIE - 111 Astronomy and Cosmology Credits: 4
This course introduces students to the concepts and theories of modern astronomy and cosmology. Beginning with the study of our own Solar System, the course moves outward in space and backward through time, to the study of stars, galaxies, and the Universe as a whole. Topics covered include the planets, the life cycles of stars, black holes, the origin and evolution of the Cosmos, and the search for extraterrestrial life. Special emphasis is placed on the tools and methods of astronomers, and the experimental evidence for modern cosmological models. Completion of SCIE 111 will satisfy four credits of the core requirements in Natural Sciences.
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Sociology |
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SOC - 201 General Sociology Credits: 3
An introduction to the scientific study of human society. This course provides a foundation of basic theories and research methods that influence the study of culture, socialization, stratification, deviance and social institutions. The sequential course to SOC 201 is SOC 204 .
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SOC - 204 Social Problems Credits: 3
This course examines a range of problematic issues facing society. Conflicting perspectives, research findings, theoretical explanations and societal responses will be discussed regarding such issues as: distribution of resources, national security, the environment, race, gender, family, the medical industry and the justice process.
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SOC - 208 Introduction to Race and Ethnicity Credits: 3
This course is intended to provide students with a basic overview of the discipline of Race and Ethnicity in Sociology and gain an understanding of various theoretical approaches taken to explain social, political, and economic processes. We approach race and ethnicity through these different subject matters: culture, socialization, power, political and social movements, gender, class, and education. The goal of this course is to introduce students to sociological methods and theories, and become critical thinkers able to analyze them.
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SOC - 250 Criminology Credits: 3
Prerequisites SOC 201 or SOC 204 approval of instructor.
This course focuses on the role and functions of the justice bureaucracy as a means of social control. Evolution of justice system agencies, development of occupational subcultures and a range of factors influencing decision-making throughout the system will be addressed.
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SOC - 253 Marriage and the Family Credits: 3
An analysis of the relationships in premarital, marital, and post-marital situations. The wide range of topics considered include: gender roles, mate selection, evolving family structures, parenting, communication techniques, domestic abuse, divorce, non-marital lifestyles, and remarriage.
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SOC - 299 Special Topics in Sociology Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites Consent of the instructor.
In-depth study of a selected topic in Sociology.
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SPAN - 101 Elementary Spanish I Credits: 4
For students who have not acquired two high school units in Spanish. Training in pronunciation, oral comprehension, basic grammar, and composition.
Notes Students for whom Spanish is their first language cannot receive academic credit for these courses. |
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SPAN - 102 Elementary Spanish II Credits: 4
Prerequisites For students who have not acquired two high school units in Spanish and who have completed SPAN 101 as a prerequisite.
Conitinued training in pronunciation, oral comprehension, basic grammar, and composition.
Notes Students for whom Spanish is their first language cannot receive academic credit for these courses. |
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SPAN - 201 Intermediate Spanish I Credits: 3
Prerequisites SPAN 101 , SPAN 102 or two units of high school Spanish.
Review of grammar and syntax, training in conversation and composition, and reading from the works of modern authors.
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SPAN - 202 Intermediate Spanish II Credits: 3
Prerequisites SPAN 201
Continued review of grammar and syntax, training in conversation and composition, and reading from the works of modern authors.
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SPAN - 299 Special Topics in Spanish Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites SPAN 202 or consent of the instructor.
In-depth study of a selected topic(s) in Spanish (e.g., literature, culture, history, composition and/or conversation).
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THEA - 115 An Introduction to Acting Credits: 3
A concentration on the fundamentals of acting with practical application through improvisation, monologues and scenes prepared for classroom presentation.
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THEA - 132 Theatre Practicum Credits: 1
No more than two credits may be applied to the Associate Degree. A practical course in which the student gains a greater understanding of theatre, by actively participating in a production by The Richard Bland College Players, either onstage or backstage.
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THEA - 133 Theatre Practicum Credits: 1
No more than two credits may be applied to the Associate Degree. A practical course in which the student gains a greater understanding of theatre, by actively participating in production by the Richard Bland College Players, either onstage or backstage.
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THEA - 201 Theatre: A Contemporary and Historical Introduction Credits: 3
An analytical approach to the understanding and appreciation of theatre as an art form. The course is designed for both prospective theatre majors and non- theatre students who wish to improve their understanding of theatre, both historically and aesthetically. The course will consist of lecture and discussion sessions concerning the major historic periods in theatre, with representative plays being studied. No acting is required for this class. Richard Bland
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THEA - 299 Special Topics in Theatre Credits: 1 to 4
Prerequisites Consent of the instructor.
In-depth study of a selected topic in theatre.
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